Mickelson explained his desire to purchase the franchise, noting
that he grew up a Padres fan but that in recent years he felt
"disassociated with the organization a little bit as a fan" and
that he doesn't "identify with the players."

Of course, that last point might have something to do with the
fact that Mickelson made more in 2011 ($61.2
million) than the entire Padres opening day roster ($45.9
million).